MAKE-UP ARTISTRY AND

SPECIAL EFFECTS UNDERGRADUATE

2021 ENTRY

YOUR PERSONAL JOURNEY STARTS HERE

REASONSWe know that choosing where you will study next can be daunting. So we’ve pulled together some of the best reasons why UCEN Manchester is the place for you to find your future.

As you look to start or continue your studies, at the forefront of your mind will be having all the skills you need to access fantastic employment opportunities once you have gained your qualification.

At UCEN Manchester, 95% of our graduates are in employment or further study within six months of completing their course*, which is a fantastic reason to join us.

With your long-term goals fixed on a rewarding career, you’ll want to be 100% certain that any course will be equipping you with skills that are relevant to your chosen industry. At UCEN Manchester we boast exclusive industry links and employer partnerships across all industry sectors. This not only helps us to keep our offer current and provide you with work experience opportunities, but also enables you to develop relationships with potential employers for after you graduate.

As you embark on this next stage of your educational journey, you will be looking for somewhere that meets your individual study needs and offers the right support for you. Our personal approach that provides tailored, personalised support means you will have everything you need to succeed! What’s more we offer small class sizes that create close relationships between students and tutors.

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81%average NSS satisfaction score 2019

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top 10for Further Education colleges at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2018 and 2019

TO CHOOSE US

““THERE IS A FAMILY ATMOSPHERE AND SUPPORT FROM OTHER STUDENTS. SOME TUTORS GO ABOVE AND BEYOND FOR THEIR STUDENTS.”

“YOU HAVE THE CHANCE TO WORK WITH CURRENT AND PAST INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS.”

“SMALL CLASS NUMBERS ENSURE STAFF ARE AVAILABLE. LOTS OF WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES AND THE COURSE IS WHAT YOU MAKE OF IT, THE OPPORTUNITIES ARE THERE.”

“I HAVE HAD A GREAT EXPERIENCE AND FELT WELL SUPPORTED.”

“THE COURSE HAS HELPED ME TO BE PREPARED FOR THE INDUSTRY I’M GOING INTO.”

“TUTORS WHO UNDERSTAND FIRST HAND EXACTLY WHAT THEY’RE TEACHING, AND ARE STILL ACTIVELY WORKING IN THE INDUSTRY, THEY TEACH US TO WORK AND THEIR EXPERIENCE IS INVALUABLE.”

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While undertaking your degree in make-up you will gain knowledge of the industry, including the tools, principles and processes that employers are looking for. This means that you’ll leave us with a well-rounded portfolio, industry-ready and raring to go!

My tutors have always been on hand to speak to me, whether in person or through email. They’ve given me sound advice which I can take into the industry, and I feel so prepared”

Khea-Mai PhoenixBA (Hons) Make-Up Artistry

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Previous students have had great success securing positions with top employers in the UK’s leading broadcast services, such as BBC, ITV and Sky.

There are a vast array of job opportunities to be pursued with a degree like this under your brush belt, including SFX and MUA for film productions and TV; working within Fashion, theatre and photography, freelance work and much more.

Here at UCEN Manchester, our team of dedicated professionals work with you to

fully develop your passion and talent. Each module demonstrates specific content delivered by our first-rate tutors and assisted by qualified expert speakers.

UCEN Manchester is the place for you to carry out your studies with harmonious work-life balance. Whether you want to work with the blood, guts and glory of special effects, or in the realm of make-up application, our department are committed to inspiring and nurturing the creative spark in you.

Make-Up Artistry and Special EffectsBA (Hons) | FdA

Reasons to study Make-Up and Special Effects:

1. Industry led delivery

2. Flexible timetabling and teaching approaches

3. Specialist marketing, photography, and freelance modules

4. Get the personal touch: you’ll be taught by practising industry professionals

5. One-to-one support from tutors

6. Postiche training ensures students can work with hair and make up on sets, stages and shoots

7. End of year showcase at iconic Manchester venues

8. Photography studio and photographers available to show portfolio work.

9. Opportunity to complete a Barbering Certificate alongside degree qualification

10. Tutor experience on shows like Juliet and Sister Act The Musical.

Flexible approach

Upon completion of a foundation degree in Special Effects, you can choose to complete a (Top-Up) degree in either Make-Up Artistry or Special Effects. Choosing to complete the Make-Up Artistry option will help you diversify your skillset and increase your career opportunities.

If you’ve not previously studied make-up or media make-up, you can start with an optional foundation year to help you improve your creative and academic skills ahead of completing your foundation degree.

Validating partner:

Industry partner - United Make-up Artists:

“It is fantastic to play a role in developing the skills of the future workforce, providing them with an opportunity to gain a better understanding of this fast moving sector.”

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For further information on your course, campus developments and to apply visit: ucenmanchester.ac.uk/makeupi

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Khea-Mai PheonixBA (Hons) Make-up Artistry

Career outcomes

+ Make-up Artist

+ Special Effects Make-Up Artist

+ Freelancer

+ Bridal Make-Up

+ Period Film Make-Up Artist

+ Postiche Stylist

+ Editorial/Fashion Make-Up Artist

+ Make-Up Stylist

+ Theatre

+ Influencer

+ Teacher

Make-Up Artistry

Foundation DegreeThe foundation year option is designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree and may need to gain additional qualifications prior to undertaking undergraduate-level programmes. It will prepare you for studying on the Make-Up Artistry foundation degree, giving you the knowledge and experience you need to progress.

Upon completion of your foundation year you’ll train as a qualified make-up artist and equip yourself with the skills for success within the media make-up industry, with the unique programme design, excellent industry reputation and alumni success of our Foundation Degree in Make-Up Artistry.

Extremely focused on practical work and experience, you’ll learn a wide variety of make-up application techniques, developing and honing your make-up artistry talent and expanding your understanding of vital hairstyling skills for a successful career in the Editorial, TV and Film industries.

Examples of current content:Foundation year:• Introduction to Make-Up Artistry• Personal Project• Preparing for Higher Education.

FdA

• Design Development for the Make-Up Artist• Historical Concepts Hair/Make-Up • Introduction to Design Concepts • Professional and Academic Development • Studio Practice • Styling for the Make-Up Industry • Applied Postiche/Hairstyling • Collaborative Practice • Creative Skills• Freelancing • Portfolio Development• Professional Practice.

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Graduate outcomes

+ Vogue Italy

+ Estee Lauder

+ FKA Twigs

+ Pretty Little Thing

+ Boohoo

+ Victoria

+ Vanity Fair

+ Granchester

+ The Girl with the Gifts

+ The Make-up Armoury

+ BBC

+ ITV

+ Eastenders

BA (Hons) Degree (Top-Up)You will develop and perfect your practical make-up artistry talent and gain an understanding of hairstyling skills. With a variety of modules designed to introduce you to specialist skills such as airbrush make-up, you will build a portfolio of contemporary and traditional techniques.

The BA (Hons) (Top-Up) course will offer you further opportunities to explore styles and develop your professional skills. You will gain a greater understanding of the promotional tools needed to enter the local and global creative make-up industry.

Examples of current content:• Major Project• Research Project• Marketing and Promotions• Media Design Concepts• Showreel.

D 3M67 T1 year B Sheffield Hallam University f Foundation degree in Make-Up Artistry or Special Effects Make-Up Artistry

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Career outcomes

+ Make-up Artist

+ Special Effects Make-Up Artist

+ Freelancer

+ Bridal Make-Up

+ Period Film Make-Up Artist

+ Postiche Stylist

+ Editorial/Fashion Make-Up Artist

+ Make-Up Stylist

+ Theatre

+ Influencer

Special Effects Make-Up Artistry

Foundation Degree

The foundation year option is designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree but may need to gain additional qualifications prior to undertaking the FdA.

This course will prepare you to work as an artistic practitioner in a variety of TV and media environments, theatre and photographic sectors or as an independent practitioner or artist. You will be encouraged to produce innovative ideas in visual imagery and explore your creativity, linking to the needs of the media make-up industry. Developing a host of practical skills, you will learn how to effectively use a camera in a studio setting and out on location, design and apply character make-up, postiche skills, and work with prosthetic art.

Examples of current content:Foundation year• Introduction to Make-up Artistry• Personal Project• Preparing for Higher Education.

FdA• Creative Skills • Design Development • Introduction to Design Concepts• Professional and Academic Development• Prosthetic Art • Special Effects Character Design • Studio Practice• Applied Postiche/Hairstyling • Collaborative Practice • Freelancing• Portfolio Development • Professional Practice.

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BSheffield Hallam University f 64

Graduate outcomes

+ Vogue Italy

+ Estee Lauder

+ FKA Twigs

+ Pretty Little Thing

+ Boohoo

+ Victoria

+ Vanity Fair

+ Granchester

+ The Girl with the Gifts

+ The Make-up Armoury

+ BBC

+ ITV

Lesley JaggarBA (Hons) Special Effects Make Up Artistry

BA (Hons) Degree (Top-Up)You will critically analyse how the human body can be modified, extended and distorted through prosthetic transformations. This qualification will help you to develop abstract concepts, and blend theory into practice to deliver industry relevant outcomes, all of which will advance the creative skills required of a reflective artistic practitioner.

In addition, you will also learn how to manage your own practice and expectations in terms of a career in the broader creative industries. You will be helped to develop your own marketing tools to publicise your expertise beyond graduation.

Examples of current content:• Major Project• Research Project• Marketing and Promotions• Advanced Materials and Processes• Advanced Character Creation.

D 3M68 T1 year B Sheffield Hallam University

fFoundation degree or HND in Special Effects Make-Up Artistry

Upon completion of a foundation degree in Special Effects, you can choose to complete a (Top-Up) degree in either Make-up Artistry or Special Effects. Choosing to complete the Make-up Artistry option will help you diversify your skillset and increase your career opportunities.

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YOUR DEDICATED SUPPORT TEAMOur role is to ensure that we help you break down any barriers that may impact your study or life, so that you are supported to succeed with us and go on to flourish in a rewarding career.

Our team works to provide you with all the support you might need, when you need it. We will support your learning in a way that suits you, through study skills sessions, advice on careers, employability or your finances. We’ll go the extra mile to ensure that your personal overall experience is the best it could possibly be.

UCEN Manchester’s mission is to improve the lives of those we work with through education and our support services are here to ensure your investment in your future is supported and encouraged at every stage, from application to graduation.

“For people that struggle academically like me, there is a lot more support here than you would get at other provisions. I honestly can’t thank my tutors enough for the help and support they have given me especially when I fell behind due to being in hospital.

They kept me updated via email and continuously went over things until I understood them. Without that support, I don’t think I would be doing as well as I am.”

Angela Ward, FdA Special Effects Make Up Artistry.

LIBRARIES AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT Our campus libraries stock the books and resources you will need to help you in your studies. We hold titles across all subject areas and also have a large collection of online resources, including professional and academic journals as well as specialist subject materials. Our online resources can be accessed 24 hours a day and our library staff are available during the day to assist you with any enquiries. We also offer introductory workshop sessions to help you find your way around our services.

Skills4study Campus

Skills4Study Campus is an interactive e-learning resource, offering a range of activities to help you sharpen the skills you need for learning. Modules include getting ready for academic study, research principles and exam skills. You will be provided with a personal account giving you access to the whole package throughout your time with us.

MENTAL HEALTH Alongside our on campus counselling offer, we’re also working with partner agencies to help equip students with the skills to deal with and improve their own wellbeing as part of our Mental Health Strategy. This aims to ensure that students are prepared for any stresses and know how to deal with them, helping them cope with any personal or professional challenges whilst they are studying and giving them skills they can use for life.

ADVICE AND GUIDANCE It is our job to make sure you leave UCEN Manchester on the path to a successful career, one that you are passionate about. We are here for you if you need help exploring your career or progression options, if you are unsure about your next steps or long-term goals or if you just want to talk to someone about your future.

All our advisors are highly qualified, Matrix accredited professionals, which means they can help you find your perfect career and plan your personal route to get there. They can offer you Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance whenever you need it.

HEALTH AND WELLBEING Disability and student support

Many people with learning difficulties or disabilities choose to study with us, not only because of the range of courses we offer but the way we deliver them. At UCEN Manchester we offer something different and more personal.

Our team is here to support you from the moment you sign up, your enrolment and throughout your studies. Our specialist Disability Advisors will make sure you have the assistance you need in lectures and exams. They will help you to discuss any required adjustments with your tutors, provide equipment loans and support you in applying for Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) funding.

You can tell us about your disability or learning difficulties on your UCAS application form, or during enrolment. If you want to talk to us in more detail, please contact our Higher Education (HE) Disability Team by email: DSA@ucenmcr.tmc.ac.uk or call: 07730 619177

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OUR PARTNERSIn addition to our TEF Silver Status that demonstrates the excellence of the teaching and learning we provide, all our degree programmes are validated and accredited by one of three top universities or a major examination board.

This not only reflects the quality of our offer but also means that you will effectively graduate from a top university. So, you’ll benefit from our personalised, supportive environments while gaining a degree from an established university.

What’s more, our higher education provision is constantly reviewed and shaped by industry experts and academics to ensure our courses are providing you with all the skills and knowledge you will need for a fantastic career.

Validated and accredited by:

Industry experts:

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INDUSTRY LINKSAt UCEN Manchester we believe that education and training should be centred around improving your employment options and opportunities. That’s why we develop our programmes and courses in partnership with businesses and organisations. This not only helps course leaders to keep their finger on the pulse of industry but also that our courses prepare students for a real career.

Through these links our students gain exposure to real world, industry standard experiences ranging from placement and internship opportunities through to live briefs for students to respond to.

Our industry links are wide reaching and have previously given students fantastic opportunities with leading organisations in their field including digital agency Kin + Carta Connect, The Contact Theatre and the Open Eye Gallery.

INDUSTRY EXPERTS The majority of our academic, professional and technical staff have gained huge amounts of experience in the industries and professions they teach. And many continue to work professionally around their teaching, maintaining direct links through which they can support our students with work placements, professional mentoring and graduate employment opportunities.

WORK PLACEMENTS At UCEN Manchester, work placements sit at the heart of our courses. These offer you opportunities to develop your experience and apply your skills directly to your role. You will be supported to plan and arrange a placement that suits you so that you can take advantage of our industry links.

EMPLOYABILITY TEAM All our advisors are highly qualified, Matrix accredited professionals, which means they can help you find your perfect career and plan your route to get there. They can help you on a one-to-one basis, at one of our workshops, through a scheduled appointment, or during an event.

They provide access to employability information, specialist advice and networks across our departmental areas. Their invaluable advice enables you to better reach employers and to give you the confidence to succeed.

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FLEXIBLE APPROACHAs part of our commitment to providing a personal higher education experience, UCEN Manchester offers a flexible approach to your studies aimed at making our courses accessible to everyone, regardless of personal circumstance.

With so much flexibility, we’ll provide you with all the personal support you need to access higher education so that you have as many career opportunities as possible at the end of your time with us.

Our approach includes:

Almost all of our courses are available on a part-time basis

Courses that are condensed into two or three active days

of study to fit around your non-study commitments

A new range of blended learning

options where you study via evening classes and online

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Starting with a Foundation degree

and progressing to a BA/BSc (Hons) (Top-Up) means if you need

to take a break or want to change your specialism you can

The option to specialise with a (Top-

Up) course or complete an additional year to diversify your skillset

UCEN Manchester had the exact requirements I was looking for. A two-year, full-time course, done in two and a half days a week, that’s easily accessible to me on the transport routes.”

Emma PalfreyFdA Tourism Management

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HUCEN Manchester is living proof that the best things come in the smallest packages. From our smaller class sizes to the high levels of one to one engagement that our tutors offer, we are committed to making your learning experience a personal one that is big on quality!

IT’S PERSONALOur personal approach really sets us apart from other higher education institutions.

By keeping class sizes small, our tutors can really invest in getting to know you, so that they can understand your learning styles, the challenges you are facing and your future ambitions. This means that they can provide you with tailored, personalised support that will help you to achieve your potential.

EXPERT TUTORSOur tutors are experts in their field, with many either continuing to work professionally in their sector or holding prestigious industry standard professional qualifications.

These close links to industry ensures that our tutors have their finger on the pulse of latest developments in industry that they can then pass on directly to you!

Take a look at our latest National Student Survey satisfaction ratings:

85%of students feel that our staff make the subject interesting

84%of students feel their course

has provided them with opportunities to apply what

they have learnt

86%of students feel their course

has provided them with opportunities to explore ideas

or concepts in depth

QUALITY TEACHING, PERSONAL TO YOU

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When you enrol at UCEN Manchester, you’ll automatically become a member of our Students’ Union, which is active at all our campuses.

Our SU is run by our students, for our students, and will help you make your time with us even more personal. It provides fantastic opportunities for you to meet new people and get involved in a wide range of activities. Our SU is also available to provide any support you might need to make your time here even more enjoyable.

GET INVOLVED!

SOCIETIESWhatever your hobbies or interests, our SU will help you find a society (or societies) that is right for you. As a member of one (or more) of our societies, you will get the chance to meet people with similar interests or get involved in something you’ve never tried before.

Our societies are wide-ranging and diverse. Over the years they’ve included everything from our African Caribbean Society to Creative Networking; Creative Writing to Film; Social to Debating; Enterprise to Football; and Gaming to Knitting and LGBTQ+.

But if we don’t have a society that appeals to you, you can always set-up your own by getting in touch with our SU.

If you have a great idea for a new society or want to know more, email our SU at: SU@ucenmcr.tmc.ac.uk

REPRESENTATIONStudent representatives play a pivotal role in making sure that our student voice is heard and that all our students continue to have a great experience. Each student rep is democratically elected by their class and trained to represent students in their specific course area. All student reps work in partnership with staff at UCEN Manchester to improve the student experience. This covers everything from teaching and learning, to assessment and feedback, and the academic support provided by tutors. Student reps also feedback on resources, facilities and learning opportunities.

CAMPAIGNSOur SU play an important role in raising awareness and driving change around issues that matter to you. If you feel strongly about something, our SU will support you to deliver any campaigns that you may wish to run. They’ll provide help every step of the way, from your initial idea all the way through to achieving your aims and objectives.

NUSOur SU is an affiliated member of the National Union of Students (NUS), which represents the interests of over seven million students (including UCEN Manchester students) at a national level.

Being a member of the NUS also offers practical benefits, like the TOTUM card - the UK’s biggest and most widely known student discount card. With prices starting at £12 a year, a TOTUM card is a great investment and will help you save money all year round.

There is nothing more empowering than having a voice. I found and grew so much confidence in being a student rep. When working towards your future career, you deserve to be on the course that is right for you. Being a student rep is a great way of working with others and making your course more efficient for yourself and the other students.”Sadie WilliamsBA (Hons) Acting for Live and Recorded Media

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FEES At UCEN Manchester we offer some of the lowest tuition fees in the UK. Our tuition fees are reviewed annually.The table below shows our 2020/21 tuition fees.

PROGRAMMESNew

students 2020/21 cost per annum

Continuing students who commenced 2019/20 cost per annum

Continuing students who commenced

2018/19 cost per annum

Pricing tier A rangeBA (Hons) Acting for Live & Recorded Media £8,900 £8,900 £8,900

BA (Hons) Musical Theatre £8,900 £8,900 £8,900

BA (Hons) Dance and Performance £8,900 £8,900 £8,900

BA (Hons) Theatre and Performance £8,900 £8,900 £8,900

BA (Hons) Vocal Studies and Performance £8,900 £8,900 N/A

BA (Hons) Film and TV Production £8,900 N/A N/A

FdA Film and TV Production £8,900 £8,900 N/A

Pricing tier B range

BA (Hons) Make-Up Artistry £8000 N/A N/A

BA (Hons) Special Effects Make Up Artistry £8000 N/A N/A

FdA Make Up Artistry/FdA Special Effects Make Up Artistry

£8000 £7,500 N/A

FdA Contemporary Photographic Practice £7500 £7,500 N/A

Pricing tier C range

All other Full-Time Foundation Degrees and Honours degrees and (Top-Up) Degrees

£7,000 £7,000 £7,000

Pricing tier D range

Higher National Diploma (HND) (2 year course) £7,000 £7,000 N/A

Higher National Diploma (HND) (1 year (Top-Up) from HNC)

£7,000 N/A N/A

Higher National Certificate (HNC) (1 Year course) £7,000 N/A N/A

University Preparatory Year Extended degrees £3,500 N/A N/A

Teacher Education

Certificate in Education TBC £3680 £3585

PGCE Professional Graduate Certificate in Education

TBC £3680 £3585

PGCE Postgraduate Certificate in Education TBC £3680 £3585

PGDipE Postgraduate Diploma in Education TBC £3680 £3585

BA/BA (Hons) Education and Professional Development

TBC £4430 £4387

As well as offering high quality courses, UCEN Manchester charge some of the lowest tuition fees in the UK. There’s lots of help available to make sure you can afford your education and enjoy your time with us.

AM I ELIGIBLE FOR FUNDING?Your eligibility for student funding will depend on your nationality, residency, previous study and the type of course you are applying for. Depending on your personal circumstances, you may be able to access extra funding, such as childcare allowance. Further information on the additional funds available can be found on our website: ucenmanchester.ac.ukIf you have any questions about fees and finance, please contact our ‘Future U’ Careers, Employability and Welfare team on: 03333 222 444.

Student Finance England (SFE) will provide you with a loan for the full amount of your tuition fees, providing you meet certain eligibility criteria. This can be found here: gov.uk/student-finance/who-qualifies

The fees for our part-time courses will be charged on a pro-rata basis, depending on the number of credits being studied. This money will be paid directly to UCEN Manchester. To apply to Student Finance England, please visit: gov.uk/apply-for-student-finance

It is recommended that you apply for your loan by the May before you start your course, but SFE will accept applications after this. The tuition fee loan is only available for students who haven’t already got a degree or UK equivalent qualification. If you already have a degree qualification, please contact us using the details at the bottom of this page.

Further details on the tuition fees we charge, our fees and finance policy, and how to apply, can be found on our website: ucenmanchester.ac.uk

A maintenance loan is available to help with your living costs while in higher education (e.g. accommodation, books and bills). All eligible students can get some maintenance support. The amount of money you can recieve depends on where you live and study. The maximum loan available is £8,944 (based on living away from home, outside London). This is paid directly into your bank account each term. Maintenance loans have to be paid back, but not until you have finished university and are earning over £25,000 a year.

The maintenance loan is paid directly to you in three instalments throughout the academic year. You will receive instalments in September, January and April.

UCEN Manchester also offer a range of discretionary bursaries and funds to help break down barriers that may prevent you from committing to study and reaching your potential.

TUITION FEE LOAN MAINTENANCE LOAN

FINANCES

The UCEN Manchester Bursary includes consideration for financial support in a variety of ways, from progression, to living costs and hardship issues. If you are struggling with your day-to-day finances, make an appointment with one of our ‘Future U’ Careers, Employability and Welfare Advisors who will work with you to maximise your income. We are here to guide you and offer support and, together, we can look at ways to improve your personal situation.

UCEN MANCHESTER BURSARY

Please note, this prospectus, course and pricing information is provided as a reference guide only and is subject to change by UCEN Manchester at any time. It is important that you check all course details including location, timetable and fees at enrolment as UCEN Manchester operates a no refund policy after the 14 day cancellation period, as outlined in the UCEN Manchester terms and conditions. Students should also refer to the Student Protection Plan which is published on the website. This information is correct at time of print (February 2020).

Please visit ucenmanchester.ac.uk for the latest information.

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HOW TO APPLYFULL TIME COURSES STARTING IN SEPTEMBER 2021 AND JANUARY 2022If you are applying for a full-time Honours Degree, Foundation Degree (including those with a preparatory year), Higher National Certificate or Diploma, you will need to apply via UCAS. You can search for a course on our website ucenmanchester.ac.uk, or through UCAS courses. Please note that not all of our courses have both a September and January start date. Please check the website for further details.

You can start your application on UCAS apply – you will need to register and create a user account. This means you can complete your application at your own speed and track your application after you have submitted it.

Remember, you can only submit one UCAS application per cycle, so all the courses you want to apply for have to be on the same application. There are some helpful resources on the UCAS website if you encounter any problems.

If you are applying to UCEN Manchester, you will need our institution code ‘M10’ for when you complete your UCAS application.

COSTS TO APPLYTo apply in 2021/22, the application fee is:

• £18 if you are applying to just one course*;

or

• £24 for multiple courses (and for late applications sent after 30 June).

The costs for the 2021/221 academic year may differ, so please visit the UCAS website: www.ucas.com for full details.

YOUR UCAS BUZZWORDIf you are currently at school or college, you will need a buzzword from your tutor or careers advisor. This is like a password unique to your school or college that allows you to register your application with UCAS. Your school or college will then add a reference and submit your application.

Your tutor or careers advisor can explain how you apply to UCAS and whether there are any internal deadlines you need to stick to.

DEADLINES FOR APPLYING Please check the UCAS websitewww.ucas.com for key application deadlines.

PLEASE CONTACT US FOR FURTHER DETAILS ON: 0161 674 7777

MATURE STUDENTS, OR THOSE NOT CURRENTLY AT SCHOOL OR COLLEGE UCEN Manchester encourages all applications, including those from people who are returning to education after a time away.

You will still need to apply via UCAS as an independent applicant and write a personal statement, which needs to be between 1,000 and 4,000 characters. This is your opportunity to tell us about any additional skills or experience you may have, as well as why you want to study your chosen course. You can include examples of voluntary or work experience, as well as career aspirations and personal qualities that will help you study.

You will also need to provide details of a referee who can confirm your suitability to study at higher education level.

PART-TIME COURSES STARTING IN SEPTEMBER 2021 AND JANUARY 2022 If you are applying for an Honours Degree, Foundation Degree (including those with a preparatory year), Higher National Certificate, Diploma or Teacher Education course, you will need to apply directly to UCEN Manchester. You can search for a course on our website (ucenmanchester.ac.uk). Please note, not all of our courses have both September and January start dates, check our website for further details.

You will need to register on our website and fill in the application form. Once we have received your application, we will contact you to make an offer, or invite you to interview.

COSTS TO APPLYApplying for a part-time course is free.

You can find further information about applying for courses and accepting any offers you receive on our website: ucenmanchester.ac.uk If you have any questions, our Admissions team will be able to help you on: 0161 674 7777.

DEADLINES FOR APPLYING

Please check our website: ucenmanchester.ac.uk for application deadlines for 2020/2021 entry.

For September 2021 entry UCAS advises a deadline of 15 January 2021 to ensure equal consideration.

*If you opt for a single choice, you won’t be able to enter UCAS EXTRA or UCAS Clearing, or make further choices, but you can always pay the extra £6 if you want to access these UCAS services.

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